Celosia + Pot

Celosia is a small genus of edible and ornamental plants in the amaranth family, Amaranthaceae. The generic name is derived from the Ancient Greek word κήλεος, meaning “burning,” and refers to the flame-like flower heads.

Scientific name: Celosia
Family: Amaranthaceae
Higher classification: Amaranthoideae
Rank: Genus
Tribe: Celosieae
Did you know: Cockscomb flowers are also known as Wool Flowers or Brain Celosia, suggestive of a highly colored brain.